$ 250-250 per hour
Jonathan Donald Watson
About Jonathan
Biography
Jonathan D. Watson is a graduate, with honors, from the University of Alabama School of Law. While in law school, Mr. Watson served as Senior Editor of the Law & Psychology Review and was a member of the Bench & Bar Legal Honor Society. For his public service and volunteer efforts during law school, he was awarded the Order of the Samaritan and Dean's Community Service Award. He received three "Best Paper" awards for excellence in law school coursework. Mr. Watson also attended Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, where he received a masters degree in Theological Studies, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham where he graduated, with honors, and received bachelor of arts degrees in English and Philosophy.
Mr. Watson has been practicing law in North Alabama since 2010. He is an active litigator and trial attorney. He has represented thousands of people and businesses in the courts of Decatur, Huntsville, and North Alabama in numerous types of legal proceedings. His past and present clients come from all types of cultural and financial backgrounds. Mr. Watson has represented business professionals, mothers and fathers, young children, and many others.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
35%
15 years
Personal Injury
35%
15 years
Criminal Defense
15%
15 years
Estate Planning
10%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Alabama for 15 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Jonathan D. Watson
Attorney at Law, 517 Bank Street NE Ste D, Decatur, AL, 35601
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Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
TPR/Adoption
We hired Mr. Watson for a termination of parental rights and then following that case we hired him for an adoption. We have been extremely pleased with Mr. Watson. He was at home in the courtroom and did a fantastic job representing us in both of our cases. He truly fought for us, but was honest/real...
Jonathan Donald Watson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jonathan Donald Watson has demonstrated a high level of talent and devotion to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
"I've been an opponent in several cases with Mr. Watson and have referred him cases in his jurisdiction. He is a FIGHTER. He works hard for his clients and is also a very personable guy to deal with."
Robert Goldsmith
Personal injury lawyer
Angela Daniel
Child custody lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Bench and Bar Legal Honor Society, University of Alabama School of Law
2010
Order of the Samaritan, University of Alabama School of Law
2010
Dean's Community Service Award, University of Alabama School of Law
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Jonathan D. Watson, Attorney at Law
2010 - 2011
Attorney, Watson & Davis, LLP
Associations
2010 - Present
Morgan County Bar AssociationPast Treasurer
2011 - 2015
Rebuilding TogetherBoard of Directors
2011 - 2014
Animal Friends Humane SocietyBoard of Directors
2010 - 2013
Morgan County Young Lawyers AssociationPast President
2004 - 2006
Teach for AmericaCorp Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Pegues v. Shamrock Homeowners Association, Inc., 2150381 (Ala.Civ.App.2016)
Ex parte Chesnut, 208 So.3d 624 (Ala.2016)
Ex parte K.L.A.H., 2140824 (Ala.Civ.App.2015)
Chesnut v. Board of Zoning Adjustment, 208 So.3d 609 (Ala.Civ.App.2015)
Education
2010
University of Alabama School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Emory University
Masters
2001
University of Alabama - Birmingham
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Planning for the Inevitable
Estate Planning for Seniors
Languages
English